If the Ben Jerrys DEVELOPER is a partnership, what documents must be furnished to Ben & Jerry's?
Ben_Jerrys Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
11.2 If DEVELOPER, or any successor to or assignee of DEVELOPER, is a partnership, it shall comply with the following requirements:
11.2.1 DEVELOPER shall furnish BEN & JERRY'S with a copy of its partnership as well as such other documents as BEN & JERRY'S may require, and any amendments thereto; and
11.2.2 DEVELOPER shall prepare and furnish to BEN & JERRY'S, upon request, a list of all general and limited partners in DEVELOPER.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 134–358)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Ben & Jerry's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if the DEVELOPER entity is a partnership, certain documents must be provided to Ben & Jerry's. Specifically, Ben & Jerry's requires a copy of the partnership agreement, including any amendments.
Additionally, Ben & Jerry's may request other documents as deemed necessary. The DEVELOPER must also furnish a list of all general and limited partners involved in the DEVELOPER entity upon request.
This requirement ensures that Ben & Jerry's has a clear understanding of the partnership structure and the individuals involved in the development of Ben & Jerry's locations. It is a fairly standard practice in franchising to require documentation about the ownership and structure of franchisee entities to maintain transparency and control within the franchise system.